Panasonic DECT 6 Plus Charging Issue Repair

[@robertparrish4261]

Jordan, what you failed to show or tell is exactly HOW you were able to disassemble the base by inserting the screwdriver into the slots under the base unit. After fumbling with it myself, I got it apart and discovered that simply prying up with the screwdriver in either hole, away from the closest side of the base, caused the clip to release. The clipping release mechanism's operation wasn't obvious to me even after opening the base. Thanks for taking the time to post your video!

[@JordanU]

Thanks for the feedback.

[@cindyrinaldi]

Robert, thanks for the tip and Jordan thanks for the video. I re-watched the video after reading this comment, and was able to get the cradle open.

[@random11]

I could not for the life of me figure out where the clips were... I thought they were at the back. After about 20 minutes of not being able to open it I found your video.... All I wanted to do was separate the power plug from the base because the hole i had in my desk wasnt big enough to fit the power plug through... my last phone cradle had a detachable power cord... I dont know why they insisted on hard wiring the power cord on this model phone but thanks to your video I was able to open up the cradle and take out the wiring and fish that part through the hole in my desk. Thanks a lot.

[@JordanU]

They needed to save a few cents and not use the plug and socket...Panasonic is just not the same company they used to be. Glad the video was helpful.

[@douglasbubbletrousers4763]

That is so freaking funny because that is seriously what I would’ve commented verbatim. We were in literally the exact same oddly specific situation and found each other on this niche video lmfao

[@susieq7904]

Thanks so much, I was able to repair my phone using this terrific video!! The new phones are so cheaply made, glad to have come across your very detailed, helpful instructions. 👍👍

[@JordanU]

Glad the video was helpful. The newer phones are very cheap, but these are only slightly better. Go back to the 5.8 GHz and 900 MHz models if you really want some quality stuff.

[@juliafunarikerwood5640]

Thanks, you made it look easy.

[@monikarath7819]

Thank you. I have the office cordless on the base that charges fine. I have the kitchen phone on the charger that doesn't charge at all. After trying a few things, I switched the phones around. The kitchen phone chargers fine on the base and the office phone doesn't charge on the charger. So I KNOW it's the charger, not the phones. Wish me luck. There was no visible rust anywhere, and a little bit of dust inside the plastic.I have more underneath my fingernails. I cleaned that, saw no loose connections, and reassembled it. That did the trick. It's charging now. I KNEW the base couldn't have much to it, and that turned out to be true. Thank you, again.

[@JordanU]

It only takes a little accumulation of anything to interrupt the charging. It's recommend to clean routinely every month.

[@makeminefreedom]

I have 4 of these handsets and only 1 had rust in it. It just happened to be the only one located next to the kitchen sink. I'm guessing water got splashed into it. Your video helped me to disassemble and clean the base without breaking it. Thanks for making this video.

[@JordanU]

You're welcome.

[@brandy4076]

Thank you so much for this video. It's amazing to see all it needed was to be cleaned. But I would like to add that there is no need to take the cradle apart. All you have to do is put a little alcohol or hydrogen peroxide on a Q-tip and you can clean those little prongs from the outside. Worked amazingly!

[@brandy4076]

Actually broke a table trying to open it so try first without opening it

[@JordanU]

There's so many problems that can be fixed with a little preventative maintenance.

[@jitendrashah9607]

Thanks so much. Your idea of cleaning contacts worked very well. Amazing simple idea you showed was wonderful to fix it. Greatly appreciated.

[@dhavalashar]

Thanks a lot, even my handset's bottom iron part was rusted which I scratched off using a screw driver. Now it's working perfectly ❤️❤️

[@JordanU]

Glad you were able to fix it.

[@youtubeaccount8367]

Thanks for the video! I grabbed a razor blade and cleaned the bottom of the handset terminals. That solved my charging issues. No need to disassemble the bases.

[@JordanU]

Usually cleaning the handset's contacts is sufficient, this was an odd case where the base had rusted somehow.

[@Patiencelad]

Thanks for posting this! Was able to disassemble my base to feed the wire through a small hole.

[@JordanU]

You're welcome..

[@IbrarHussain-xo3vg]

Cordless phone Panasonic model no kx p508e on no ho rha

[@IbrarHussain-xo3vg]

Panasonic kx TGA 508E base or charger OK ha lakin hand set on ni ho rha.

[@JordanU]

@@IbrarHussain-xo3vg That doesn't make sense..

[@JordanU]

@@IbrarHussain-xo3vg That doesn't make sense..

[@phyllisdykes5617]

Thank you so much! I was able to fix my phone. However I broke my tabs trying to open the base so I had to find a way to secure it. A minor problem to a big solution.

[@sotosnik]

Batteries ok, beeps when I put on base, contacts clean but NOT charging. (Changed batteries just to make sure).. What could that be?

[@JordanU]

Do the batteries or cradle get warm at all while the phone's sitting in it?

[@sotosnik]

@@JordanU Yes they did charge at last.Thank you.

[@renatate418]

Love your video. My Panasonic cordless phone kx-tga680 won't charge. It got wet several months ago so I have just let it sit to dry out.

[@JordanU]

Thanks

[@LunaReviews]

What is the model of this phone?

[@JordanU]

KX-TG4221.

[@FranciscoMorales-xr6zl]

Great video. Do you know what is the maximum range of this phone? Is there any wireless home phone that can work 300ft away from the base? Thanks.

[@JordanU]

The operating range depends completely on the operating environment.. 900 MHz digital spread spectrum phones can usually provide well over 300 feet of coverage in most operating environments..

[@kurts858]

If you put the main base unit near a window on the 2nd or upper floors of your house or apartment the range will be greatly enhanced.

[@JordanU]

@@kurts858 I've experienced this to be generally true, but again it all depends on the environment.. If you have a 'noisy' environment outside your house, placement near a window may introduce more interference to the base than if it was situated in a 'quiet' internal area of the house..

[@kurts858]

My phone is a similar model, slightly newer, but still a Panasonic with the 'AAA' size pair of Ni-Mh Batteries. What i have found is the original orange Panasonic batteries will not last more than 5-6 months life in regular use. Apparently they are cheaply made cells from China they have OEM made for Panasonic. Instead get yourself some "Eneloop" brand Ni-Mh Cells instead. You can get these at camera stores. I put these in my phone and all the battery life issues are resolved and the phones work perfectly! Also clean the battery terminals with q-tip and alcohol then let dry 5 min then install the new batteries. Phones now work 100%

[@JordanU]

I've seen mixed results with the Panasonic models that take the pair of AAA cells.. The older DECT 6 models seemed to go through batteries very quickly as you described.. On the other hand, the newer DECT 6 Plus models seem to hold batteries for years at a time no problem.. I do believe it is something to do with the design of the handsets, rather than the batteries.. In regards to the Panasonic batteries, there are 2 different cells out there with the Panasonic name on them.. Some have a black top by the positive terminal, others have a white top by the positive terminal.. The white-topped cells are supposedly a superior quality to the black-topped cells..Ironically enough, Eneloop is made by Panasonic.. I've used many different brands of batteries in phones over the years, and I can't say I've found the Eneloop ones to be all that much better than a reputable 3rd-party brand like iMah,Tenergy or EBL.. In my opinion the Eneloop is too much more expensive for only a slight gain in performance..

[@Paula7379]

I have the exact same phone set with the exact problem. I thought it needed a new Panasonic recharge battery so I went out and bought a new battery and installed it now after watching this video the problem may be that I need to take the phone apart and clean the inside good grief. The problem is I really like having a home phone.

[@JordanU]

I like having a home phone as well..

[@kurts858]

See my comment above. The original orange Panasonic batteries do not last long. Get some Eneloop or Energizer Ni-Mh replacements instead.

[@JordanU]

@@kurts858 I don't believe their issue is surrounding the batteries, though regardless iMah and EBL offer substantially more affordable replacements with comparable performance..

[@cheril8891]

This has happened to me today on a brand new Panasonic. Second charger doesn't work.

[@JordanU]

Not good. Panasonic is a far cry from the quality brand they used to be.

[@alistairwilson2261]

Have to try to mend cable we had rescued a pet rabbit kept her indoors for 2 says before taking her to vet. She was returned safely to her owners as she was microchipped. On returning home discovered she'd bitten through charging cable for house phone ha ha.

[@JordanU]

No good deed goes unpunished!

[@splibb]

Dude, with the money you saved, invest in some finger nail clippers.

[@JordanU]

Why?

[@Roninkinx]

@@JordanU Why not "Ok" like everyone else Jordan you're confusing me! But yes please trim your nails.

[@andrewbuckley8452]

It is the power cord that is bad.

[@JordanU]

It is not the power cord that is bad..

[@Roninkinx]

@@JordanU It is.

[@JordanU]

@@Roninkinx The power cord is not bad.. Find something constructive to do with your time; this isn't it..

[@gak0090]

On mine the power cord was bad also (I cut the cord and tested it with a volt meter). I'm not saying that oxidized/dirty contacts can never be the issue- but generally if the contacts are dirty it will work at least intermittently and moving it around on the base should cause it to connect - if that's the case, then cleaning the contacts will resolve the situation. Fortunately you can find a replacement base on Ebay for $10-$15

[@tomklein9937]

if the power cord were bad, cleaning the contacts wouldn't fix it.

[@jaykay18]

Fiasco in the comments I'm infected by the sound Stop this beat is killing me Hey little DJ let the music take me underground

[@JordanU]

This was certainly one of your more 'creative' comments..

[@Roninkinx]

@@JordanU Why no "Ok"?

[@douglasbubbletrousers4763]

@@Roninkinx Lmfao you’re really pressed about that 😂

[@djbrucebanner9882]

I like it

[@JordanU]

OK

[@alfredtee4049]

panasonic kx-tgl432 it say base no power

[@JordanU]

OK

[@Roninkinx]

@@JordanU No okay help these people if your making a tutorial to get famous you gotta help people.

[@JordanU]

@@Roninkinx Yes OK, I help people all the time.. It is not my responsibility or obligation to provide free help to every random entity that crosses the threshold of this comments box.. I don't mind helping people that try first to help themselves, but such was not the case here.. Not only was there not even a question posed, there is no relevant troubleshooting information or context given to work with.. If it's a concern to you, why don't you provide some help? I'm not trying to get famous; fame and fortune ruin people..

[@anitaeversley3681]

i wish you would stop that dam beating

[@JordanU]

What in the world are you talking about?

[@Roninkinx]

@@JordanU The beating of your meat.

[@patriciabrowne6510]

I bought a new phone and it won't charge

[@JordanU]

OK

[@Roninkinx]

@@JordanU No okay, we need your help Jordan PLEASE WE ARE DIEING

[@JordanU]

@@Roninkinx Find something constructive to do with your time; this isn't it..

[@teresasantacoloma1093]

Debería ser en español

[@JordanU]

Debe estar en ingles, porque es el idioma hablo mas.

[@deepakgulati8016]

SHOW US THE TABS...DO YOU PUSH OR PULL..LOST ME.

[@JordanU]

OK

[@douglasbubbletrousers4763]

@@JordanU ???

[@tomklein9937]

your extremely informal style is ok, but how about scripting a little, and ad libbing less? 15 minutes for 3 minutes of information, is a waste of everyone's time, especially when you gloss over the one thing that isn't totally obvious, how to open the base.

[@JordanU]

It's a free video on the Internet I took time out of my day to make at pretty much no return to myself that likely gave you the information you were looking for. If you think it's such a waste if time, you should have just discarded your set and spent money on a new one. Your comment was a waste of my time.

[@tomklein9937]

@@JordanU polite and constructive criticism is wasted on some people.

[@JordanU]

@@tomklein9937 Saying my video is a 'waste of everyone's time' is not what I consider 'polite and constructive'. You are absolutely unbelievable, the entitlement is intolerable. I am so tired of receiving commentary like this.

[@kristaparuso5833]

C

[@JordanU]

That doesn't make sense..